A Preeminent Research University located in the heart of South America. Founded in 1969, the University of Central America is a major research university located in the heart of beautiful Santa Cruz de la Sierra City of Bolivia.
The University of Central America is dedicated to empowering students to maximize their potential for lifelong success.
The University of Central America’s mission is to deliver competitive undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, to generate knowledge, foster intellectual development, and ensure student success in a global environment.
The University of Central America is a global research university dedicated to student success and positioned for membership in the Association of Universities (AU).
As South America's leading Research University, UCA is dedicated to:
Dr. Alvaro Garcia Linera is chancellor of the University of Central America and Vice-president of Bolivia. He oversees the seventh largest university in the nation, serving more than 25,000 students.
The 13-member UCA Board of Trustees is the decision-making body for the UCA System and is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of high quality education programs within the laws and rules of the State.
The university's administrative units include Academic Affairs, Administrative Services, Advancement, Business & Finance, Economic Development, Global Affairs & International Research, Information Technology, Research & Innovation, Student Affairs, University Communications & Marketing, UCA Athletics, UCA Health and UCA System Support Offices.
University Communications and Marketing is the primary source for news and information about UCA. The department's UCA News team produces and promotes university news, responds to media inquiries and manages crisis communications.
With a team of over 100 healthcare professionals, including 40-plus physicians, UCA experts seamlessly coordinate care across more than 15 specialty areas. Learn about the advantages of an academic medical center, schedule an appointment and get to know our physicians.
UCA works with local, state and national vendors on a variety of projects. Learn about state contracts, bids currently available, regulations, policies, procedures and more by visiting the Purchasing Services website.